Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version Then Peter began to speak: “I now realize how true it is that God does not show favoritism New Living Translation Then Peter replied, “I see very clearly that God shows no favoritism. English Standard Version So Peter opened his mouth and said: “Truly I understand that God shows no partiality, Berean Standard Bible Then Peter began to speak: “I now truly understand that God does not show favoritism, Berean Literal Bible And Peter, having opened the mouth, said, "Of a truth I understand that God is not One who shows partiality, King James Bible Then Peter opened his mouth, and said, Of a truth I perceive that God is no respecter of persons: New King James Version Then Peter opened his mouth and said: “In truth I perceive that God shows no partiality. New American Standard Bible Opening his mouth, Peter said: “I most certainly understand now that God is not one to show partiality, NASB 1995 Opening his mouth, Peter said: “I most certainly understand now that God is not one to show partiality, NASB 1977 And opening his mouth, Peter said: “I most certainly understand now that God is not one to show partiality, Legacy Standard Bible And opening his mouth, Peter said: “I most truly comprehend now that God is not one to show partiality, Amplified Bible Opening his mouth, Peter said: “Most certainly I understand now that God is not one to show partiality [to people as though Gentiles were excluded from God’s blessing], Christian Standard Bible Peter began to speak: “Now I truly understand that God doesn’t show favoritism, Holman Christian Standard Bible Then Peter began to speak: “Now I really understand that God doesn’t show favoritism, American Standard Version And Peter opened his mouth and said, Of a truth I perceive that God is no respecter of persons: Contemporary English Version Peter then said: Now I am certain that God treats all people alike. English Revised Version And Peter opened his mouth, and said, Of a truth I perceive that God is no respecter of persons: GOD'S WORD® Translation Then Peter said, "Now I understand that God doesn't play favorites. Good News Translation Peter began to speak: "I now realize that it is true that God treats everyone on the same basis. International Standard Version Then Peter began to speak: "Now I understand that God shows no partiality. Majority Standard Bible Then Peter began to speak: ?I now truly understand that God does not show favoritism, NET Bible Then Peter started speaking: "I now truly understand that God does not show favoritism in dealing with people, New Heart English Bible And Peter opened his mouth and said, "Truly I perceive that God does not show favoritism; Webster's Bible Translation Then Peter opened his mouth, and said, In truth I perceive that God is no respecter of persons: Weymouth New Testament Then Peter began to speak. "I clearly see," he said, "that God makes no distinctions between one man and another; World English Bible Peter opened his mouth and said, “Truly I perceive that God doesn’t show favoritism; Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionAnd Peter having opened his mouth, said, “Of a truth, I perceive that God is not favoring by appearance, Berean Literal Bible And Peter, having opened the mouth, said, "Of a truth I understand that God is not One who shows partiality, Young's Literal Translation And Peter having opened his mouth, said, 'Of a truth, I perceive that God is no respecter of persons, Smith's Literal Translation And Peter having opened the month; said, of a truth I comprehend that God is no respecter of faces! Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleAnd Peter opening his mouth, said: In very deed I perceive, that God is not a respecter of persons. Catholic Public Domain Version Then, Peter, opening his mouth, said: “I have concluded in truth that God is not a respecter of persons. New American Bible Then Peter proceeded to speak and said, “In truth, I see that God shows no partiality. New Revised Standard Version Then Peter began to speak to them: “I truly understand that God shows no partiality, Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleThen Simon Peter opened his mouth and said, Of a truth I perceive that God is no respecter of persons: Aramaic Bible in Plain English But Shimeon opened his mouth and he said, “In truth, I understand that God is no respecter of persons. NT Translations Anderson New TestamentAnd Peter opened his mouth, and said: In truth, I perceive that God is no respecter of persons; Godbey New Testament And Peter, opening his mouth, said, In truth I apprehend that God is no respecter of persons: Haweis New Testament Then Peter opening his mouth, said, In truth I perceive that God is not a respecter of persons: Mace New Testament then Peter thus began, now I plainly perceive that God is no respecter of persons: Weymouth New Testament Then Peter began to speak. "I clearly see," he said, "that God makes no distinctions between one man and another; Worrell New Testament And Peter, opening his mouth, said, "Of a truth, I perceive that God is not a respecter of persons; Worsley New Testament Then Peter opened his mouth and said, Of a truth I perceive that God is no respecter of persons: Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context Good News for Gentiles33So I sent for you immediately, and you were kind enough to come. Now then, we are all here in the presence of God to listen to everything the Lord has instructed you to tell us.” 34Then Peter began to speak: “I now truly understand that God does not show favoritism, 35but welcomes those from every nation who fear Him and do what is right.… Cross References Romans 2:11 For God does not show favoritism. Galatians 2:6 But as for the highly esteemed—whatever they were makes no difference to me; God does not show favoritism—those leaders added nothing to me. Ephesians 6:9 And masters, do the same for your slaves. Give up your use of threats, because you know that He who is both their Master and yours is in heaven, and there is no favoritism with Him. Colossians 3:25 Whoever does wrong will be repaid for his wrong, and there is no favoritism. James 2:1 My brothers, as you hold out your faith in our glorious Lord Jesus Christ, do not show favoritism. Deuteronomy 10:17 For the LORD your God is God of gods and Lord of lords, the great, mighty, and awesome God, showing no partiality and accepting no bribe. 2 Chronicles 19:7 And now, may the fear of the LORD be upon you. Be careful what you do, for with the LORD our God there is no injustice or partiality or bribery.” Job 34:19 who is not partial to princes and does not favor rich over poor? For they are all the work of His hands. Proverbs 24:23 These also are sayings of the wise: To show partiality in judgment is not good. Matthew 22:16 They sent their disciples to Him along with the Herodians. “Teacher,” they said, “we know that You are honest and that You teach the way of God in accordance with the truth. You seek favor from no one, because You pay no attention to external appearance. Luke 20:21 “Teacher,” they inquired, “we know that You speak and teach correctly. You show no partiality but teach the way of God in accordance with the truth. John 4:9 “You are a Jew,” said the woman. “How can You ask for a drink from me, a Samaritan woman?” (For Jews do not associate with Samaritans.) John 10:16 I have other sheep that are not of this fold. I must bring them in as well, and they will listen to My voice. Then there will be one flock and one shepherd. Romans 3:29-30 Is God the God of Jews only? Is He not the God of Gentiles too? Yes, of Gentiles too, / since there is only one God, who will justify the circumcised by faith and the uncircumcised through that same faith. Romans 10:12 For there is no difference between Jew and Greek: The same Lord is Lord of all, and gives richly to all who call on Him, Treasury of Scripture Then Peter opened his mouth, and said, Of a truth I perceive that God is no respecter of persons: opened. Acts 8:35 Then Philip opened his mouth, and began at the same scripture, and preached unto him Jesus. Matthew 5:2 And he opened his mouth, and taught them, saying, Ephesians 6:19,20 And for me, that utterance may be given unto me, that I may open my mouth boldly, to make known the mystery of the gospel, … Of a. Deuteronomy 10:17 For the LORD your God is God of gods, and Lord of lords, a great God, a mighty, and a terrible, which regardeth not persons, nor taketh reward: Deuteronomy 16:19 Thou shalt not wrest judgment; thou shalt not respect persons, neither take a gift: for a gift doth blind the eyes of the wise, and pervert the words of the righteous. 2 Chronicles 19:7 Wherefore now let the fear of the LORD be upon you; take heed and do it: for there is no iniquity with the LORD our God, nor respect of persons, nor taking of gifts. Jump to Previous Clearly Distinctions Favoritism Makes Mouth Opened Opening Partiality Perceive Persons Peter Realize Respecter Show Shows Speak Truth UnderstandJump to Next Clearly Distinctions Favoritism Makes Mouth Opened Opening Partiality Perceive Persons Peter Realize Respecter Show Shows Speak Truth UnderstandActs 10 1. Cornelius, a devout man, being commanded by an angel, sends for Peter,11. who by a vision is taught not to despise the Gentiles; 17. and is commanded by the Spirit to go with the messenger to Caesarea. 25. Cornelius shows the occasion of his sending for him. 34. As he preaches Christ to Cornelius and his company, 44. the Holy Spirit falls on them, and they are baptized. Then Peter began to speak: This moment marks a significant turning point in the early church. Peter, a leading apostle, is addressing a group of Gentiles in the house of Cornelius, a Roman centurion. This setting is crucial as it represents the breaking of traditional Jewish boundaries, where Jews typically did not associate with Gentiles. Peter's willingness to speak to them indicates a shift in understanding and acceptance of God's broader plan for salvation. I now truly understand: that God does not show favoritism: Persons / Places / Events 1. PeterOne of Jesus' twelve apostles, a key leader in the early Christian church. He is the speaker in this verse, having just received a vision from God that challenged his previous understanding of Jewish dietary laws and the inclusion of Gentiles in God's plan. 2. Cornelius A Roman centurion who is described earlier in Acts 10 as a God-fearing man. He receives a vision instructing him to send for Peter, which sets the stage for Peter's revelation. 3. Caesarea The city where Cornelius lived. It was a significant Roman city and a place where Jews and Gentiles interacted, making it a fitting location for this pivotal event in the early church. 4. Vision of the Sheet Prior to this verse, Peter receives a vision of a sheet filled with unclean animals, which God tells him to eat. This vision symbolizes the breaking down of Jewish dietary laws and the inclusion of Gentiles. 5. Gentiles Non-Jewish people. This event marks a significant turning point in the early church's mission, as it becomes clear that the Gospel is for all people, not just Jews. Teaching Points God's ImpartialityGod does not show favoritism based on ethnicity, social status, or background. This challenges believers to examine their own biases and strive for impartiality in their interactions with others. The Universality of the Gospel The Gospel is for everyone, regardless of their background. Christians are called to share the message of Christ with all people, breaking down barriers that may exist. Obedience to God's Revelation Peter's willingness to act on the vision he received demonstrates the importance of obedience to God's guidance, even when it challenges our preconceived notions. Unity in Diversity The early church's inclusion of Gentiles serves as a model for embracing diversity within the body of Christ, fostering unity among believers from different backgrounds. Personal Reflection on Prejudices Believers are encouraged to reflect on their own prejudices and seek God's help in overcoming them, promoting love and acceptance in their communities.(34) Of a truth I perceive that God is no respecter of persons.--In regard to all distinctions of social rank, or wealth, or knowledge, Peter had seen in his Master that absence of "respect of persons" which even His enemies acknowledged (Matthew 22:16; Luke 20:21). St. James lays stress on that element of character, within the same limits, as essential to all who seek to be true disciples of the Christ (James 2:1-7). Both, however, needed to be taught that the same law of an impartial equity had a yet wider application, that the privileges and prerogatives of Israel, whatever blessings they might confer, were not to be set up as a barrier against the admission of other races to an equal fellowship in Christ. God had accepted the centurion. It remained for His servants to accept him also. It is instructive to note that St. Paul reproduces the same thought in nearly the same phrase (Romans 2:11).Verse 34. - And for then, A.V. Parallel Commentaries ... Greek Thenδὲ (de) Conjunction Strong's 1161: A primary particle; but, and, etc. Peter Πέτρος (Petros) Noun - Nominative Masculine Singular Strong's 4074: Peter, a Greek name meaning rock. Apparently a primary word; a rock; as a name, Petrus, an apostle. began to speak: Ἀνοίξας (Anoixas) Verb - Aorist Participle Active - Nominative Masculine Singular Strong's 455: To open. From ana and oigo; to open up. “I now truly understand καταλαμβάνομαι (katalambanomai) Verb - Present Indicative Middle - 1st Person Singular Strong's 2638: From kata and lambano; to take eagerly, i.e. Seize, possess, etc. that ὅτι (hoti) Conjunction Strong's 3754: Neuter of hostis as conjunction; demonstrative, that; causative, because. God Θεός (Theos) Noun - Nominative Masculine Singular Strong's 2316: A deity, especially the supreme Divinity; figuratively, a magistrate; by Hebraism, very. does ἔστιν (estin) Verb - Present Indicative Active - 3rd Person Singular Strong's 1510: I am, exist. The first person singular present indicative; a prolonged form of a primary and defective verb; I exist. not οὐκ (ouk) Adverb Strong's 3756: No, not. Also ouk, and ouch a primary word; the absolute negative adverb; no or not. show favoritism, προσωπολήμπτης (prosōpolēmptēs) Noun - Nominative Masculine Singular Strong's 4381: One who shows partiality. From prosopon and lambano; an accepter of a face, i.e., one exhibiting partiality. Links Acts 10:34 NIVActs 10:34 NLT Acts 10:34 ESV Acts 10:34 NASB Acts 10:34 KJV Acts 10:34 BibleApps.com Acts 10:34 Biblia Paralela Acts 10:34 Chinese Bible Acts 10:34 French Bible Acts 10:34 Catholic Bible NT Apostles: Acts 10:34 Peter opened his mouth and said Truly (Acts of the Apostles Ac) |
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